Lambertville School redesigns its autism classroom. Custodian Jeff Munsey's concern for the children in the school's autism class led to new paint, lighting and air conditioning to reduce distractions from the isntructional program. Photos by Warren Cooper.

Bravo Mr. Munsey, superintendent, school board & volunteers! Environment is so important for all kids-and especially those with autism and other sensory & cognitive challenges. I hope other schools follow your lead!

Another story that dominated conversation in Hunterdon was a Franklin Twp. cop whose vehicle overturned in a ditch. Details of the accident were released throughout the week as the investigation continues.

TEWKSBURY TWP. — Three men working to clean up pine trees damaged by Hurricane Sandy narrowly escaped serious injury this week when a summer storm quickly bore down and lightning struck the ground near them.

BETHLEHEM TWP. — A Washington woman was trapped for nearly 90 minutes when her minivan went off the road and crashed into a tree, ending up with its front-end on the ground and the vehicle vertical against the tree.

Rescuing the woman, Maura Guth, 44, was an elaborate operation by volunteers from multiple agencies, with assistance from a heavy-duty tow truck to stabilize the van.